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Cultured Cranberry-Orange Chutney

November 22, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 6 Comments

Cultured Cranberry-Orange Chutney

This simple cultured cranberry-orange chutney is an excellent way to add a fermented boost to your holiday or family gathering! Cultured Cranberry-Orange Chutney Ingredients: 3 c. frozen or fresh cranberries 1-2 fresh oranges, peeled and de-seeded 1-2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. salt 2-4 tbsp. whole cane or other unrefined sugar (honey is also an option… 

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Filed Under: Fermented Foods, Foodie, Natural Living, Recipes, Side Dishes Tagged With: airlock, cranberry, cultured, fermented, grain-free, holiday, kombucha, oranges, paleo, Real food, sourdough, starter, stuffing

Egg-free, Grain-free Cookies

February 5, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 7 Comments

Egg-free, Grain-free Cookies

These egg-free, grain-free cookies are my go-to for any holiday treat. With a silicone mold or decorative frosting, you can celebrate Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or even birthdays!                                                     Egg-free, Grain-free… 

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Filed Under: Desserts, Foodie, Natural Living, Recipes Tagged With: almond, blanched, christmas, cookies, decorating, desserts, frosting, garbanzo, gluten-free, grain-free, healthy, healthy desserts, holiday, intolerances, Real food, sensitivities, silicone, sugar-free, sweetener, sweeteners, valentine's

DIY Holiday Potpourri

November 16, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 3 Comments

DIY Holiday Potpourri

This holiday season, why not steer clear of artificial fragrances and try this natural simmering potpourri! Why Should I Avoid Artificial Fragrances? One of the most popular artificial holiday fragrances is Scentsicles.The maker of Scentsicles lists one ingredient only: pure fragrance oil. The unfortunate truth, however, is that pure fragrance oil is only the tip of… 

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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10 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

1. The answer may be right in front of you.
2. Time is often the best medicine.
3. Speak kindly to yourself.
4. The air we breathe matters.
5. It's better to know than not know.
6. Relinquishment is a balm for the soul.
7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
9. Allow hindsight to move you forward.
10. The next step is enough.

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